Design of welding fixture for sample parts and user manual for Motoma XRC welding robot
Elahe, Ashek (2017)
Hämeen ammattikorkeakoulu
2017
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201802152485
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201802152485
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The thesis objective is comprised of two major parts, the first one is to prepare a concise manual for the Motoman XRC arc welding robot, and the second one is design process of a welding fixture for simple joints. The thesis was commissioned by HAMK University of applied sciences in collaboration with Hyria. The key knowledge of welding technology and robotics programming was learned from courses at HAMK. More detailed knowledge of robotics was acquired through self-study and practice. The compact manual could be used as teaching material for students early in their robotics studies. The new fixture will accommodate a robot for welding of various materials of versatile joints and welding types. The new design reduces cycle time and operator effort while enhancing functionality, and allows a smooth welding operation of different joints.
The existing welding set up was thoroughly studied and various back ground literature was used throughout the process. An understanding of robot’s movement and operation were learned from the manufacturer’s operator manual as well as practicing with robots for a better understanding of improved welding parameters.
The robotic programming and welding parameters were used for the design were based on the Motoman XRC manual and supervisory consultations. The initial findings were used for the primary design. The 3D model of the final design was done with PTC CREO parametric and Autodesk inventor professional 2015.
The thesis will serve as a step by step guide for students to get familiar with robot movements. Moreover, the manual has ready-made programming instructions which can be used to learn to make sample parts. The thesis explains the most popular types of welding as well as arc welding parameters, application methods, and limitations. The new design has dealt with the shortcomings of the previous fixture. The design is versatile, reliable as well as easy to manufacture and repair. Hyria can use the manual as course material, as lab training material and for performing welding operations
The existing welding set up was thoroughly studied and various back ground literature was used throughout the process. An understanding of robot’s movement and operation were learned from the manufacturer’s operator manual as well as practicing with robots for a better understanding of improved welding parameters.
The robotic programming and welding parameters were used for the design were based on the Motoman XRC manual and supervisory consultations. The initial findings were used for the primary design. The 3D model of the final design was done with PTC CREO parametric and Autodesk inventor professional 2015.
The thesis will serve as a step by step guide for students to get familiar with robot movements. Moreover, the manual has ready-made programming instructions which can be used to learn to make sample parts. The thesis explains the most popular types of welding as well as arc welding parameters, application methods, and limitations. The new design has dealt with the shortcomings of the previous fixture. The design is versatile, reliable as well as easy to manufacture and repair. Hyria can use the manual as course material, as lab training material and for performing welding operations